FAQs

How can I search for results across different sections or components simultaneously?
You can follow the steps below to search across different sections or components simultaneously -  Enable the toggles of components that you want to sea...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Are fields searched in Reports?
Yes, You can search fields in the report column, Using the below steps you’ll get the reports where the searched filed name is available.  Follow the st...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Does my Data and Search results are safe while using your App?
Metadata Search is the Salesforce AppExchange app (Security reviewed by Salesforce). It's a force.com native app, so all of your data never leaves S...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Which user permissions are needed in order to be able to use the Metadata Search?
From v7.3, you can follow the steps below to assign the necessary user permission to use the Metadata Search.  Step 1 - Assign the managed (existing) ...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:22 PM
How to use the Quick Metadata Search sidebar component in Salesforce Classic?
Firstly, follow the steps in the Configuration Guide to add the Quick Metadata Search component in the Sidebar. Once the Configuration steps are complete...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:22 PM
How to email search results?
To email the search results -  Type the search string that you want to search in the text box and click search.  Once the search is completed, the user...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Why do we use Metadata Search instead of Salesforce setup search?
The Salesforce setup search is primarily meant to address the customer’s needs. The Salesforce setup search is currently limited to a certain setup of compo...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Does the Metadata Search app support search in the Flow & Process Builder?
Yes, it does support search in the Flow and Process Builder. Go to the Metadata Search tab  Open the Flow & Process Builder toggle and search the res...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:31 PM
What is the use of Advanced Search Batch Size?
This setting defines the batch size used while searching some heavy load components, here, you can add the less number to resolve the CPU Execution error. C...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:32 PM
How to set the Search Results to Display on the Metadata Search screen?
You can add the number and set the display limits as per your requirement. Go to the Metadate Search Tab and click on the Setting icon The below screen...
Mon, 9 Feb, 2026 at 4:32 PM